Chapter 1556

Bonnie vented angrily. “He’s always being dragged off to socialize, saying his superiors see potential in him and bring him to booze up. I call bull! If he keeps this up, he’ll collapse from exhaustion!”

“I’ll talk some sense into my brother!” Emily said, “It’s late. I’ll stay here to take care of him. You should rest. I’ll call if anything comes up.”

“Thank you, Emily!”

“We’re family. No need for formalities!”

Emily ended the call. Charlie watched her, then rose thoughtfully and said, “You lie down for a bit. I need to make a phone call.”

Emily nodded, assuming he had something urgent to attend to.

Charlie exited the ER and found a quiet spot outside, then dialed a number.

Despite the late hour, the call was picked up quickly. In a nervous voice, the person on the other end asked, “Mr. James?”

the chase, “Did you arrange for Elliott to keep overworking

from the branch office was taken aback and quickly replied, “No, I didn’t know. I just thought Elliott was doing a good job and asked director Lucien to keep an eye on him.

strings behind the scenes. I’ll get to the bottom of this tonight. Don’t think about covering for anyone, or you can pack your bags

“Yes, I’ll look into it right

for

waited outside for a while. Mr. Sample called back soon.

for Elliott was by director Lucien. He explained it as toughening up Elliott, but I know his real intention. He fears Elliott’s promotion might threaten his position, so he’s been exploiting him. The projects he arranged for Elliott are all high-risk.” Mr. Sample’s voice was

Charlie replied indifferently,

Don’t let hardworking

this. I assure you, I’ll

him rest for a few days.

can take as much time off as he needs. I’ll talk to HR about paid

should rest too.”

up and headed

more peacefully than before, so it

curled up on the bed next to him, her eyes closed

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